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I can't wait to finally see the "me" that my husband sees Taking control of this part of my life feels very empowering and I'm excited that the self-sabotaging thoughts about my weight won't get in the way of seeing the real me any more!
....and shopping for new clothes!!

I can't wait to finally see the "me" that my husband sees Taking control of this part of my life feels very empowering and I'm excited that the self-sabotaging thoughts about my weight won't get in the way of seeing the real me any more!
....and shopping for new clothes!!

I can't wait to finally see the "me" that my husband sees Taking control of this part of my life feels very empowering and I'm excited that the self-sabotaging thoughts about my weight won't get in the way of seeing the real me any more!
....and shopping for new clothes!!

All went really well was out of surgery last night but didn't get any chance to rest as the lady across from me was a very very loud snorer and whine she wasn't snoring she was either sooking or talking really load with the nurses I had about an hour sleep in the hospital so I have just woken up from a very much needed long nap in my own bed
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Super excited for you as you start your journey! I was banded 7/6/14 and have lost a total of 95 lbs....I had all those same fears a day 101 questions, but as I adjusted to a new way of eating and living they quickly go away. If you follow the "rules", change your old habits, and truly learn from the experience about your negative eating habits you will have great sucess. I stayed in close contact with my surgeon for the first year and now I go every couple of months when I'm feeling too tight or too lose. It will take you a little while to learn your band and how your body responds, but give it time and I hope you have as much success as I have had!
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Super excited for you as you start your journey! I was banded 7/6/14 and have lost a total of 95 lbs....I had all those same fears a day 101 questions, but as I adjusted to a new way of eating and living they quickly go away. If you follow the "rules", change your old habits, and truly learn from the experience about your negative eating habits you will have great sucess. I stayed in close contact with my surgeon for the first year and now I go every couple of months when I'm feeling too tight or too lose. It will take you a little while to learn your band and how your body responds, but give it time and I hope you have as much success as I have had!
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@melimel11Repectfully - you have not been successful with your band., Fair enough. 10 pounds lost in 12 years tells us a lot. How about NOT being negative to a new member who is on the brink of making a positive life change, and posting elsewhere (or nowhere) on the forum?

Happy to be home resting on meds. Got the Clear Liquids I need. Had to stop at 7-11 and bombarded with donuts and cupcakes and junk at every turn. So happy to have this ability to start a new life. Like a re-boot.

If I'm being bad with my carb intake my hunger surges with a vengeance. So when I'm feeling too hungry long term, I go back to a super dooper high Protein low fat, low carb, low sugar for a while and my hunger drops away. Make sure you're getting your multi and extra D + Calcium too.

Recovering in hospital room after morning surgery. Everything went well. Feel pretty good. Have that left shoulder pain I've heard so much about so happy to finally have the band in. Now for sleep.

Hey everyone!!!!! It's getting exciting that most have had their bands and the rest is about too.... I was wondering for the ones that did have their bands what did u take to the hospital with you. I have an overnight stay and I was just seeing what you brought or would've brought. Thanks :-)

Thanks everyone for sharing your experience! It's really helpful in preparing for surgery. I had to switch surgeons (long story) but on plus side my surgery is moved up two days to the 22nd finally!!! I am so looking forward to moving on with this area in my life. Please continue to keep us updated. So happy to see everyone making out so well!

My surgery this morning went well. Now I'm just recovering. I got home around 11am. Drank some Water, took some pain meds, and then slept for two hours. Got up, walked a bit, drank some Water, then slept for two more hours. Repeated that process one more time. Finally got up at 5pm. Drank some broth, now sipping on home Crystal light.
I am feeling okay. The port incision hurts the worst. Everything else is okay. Slight gas pains, but not nearly as bad as with my c-section.

Half way through the month of July! Hope does of you that have already had surgery are recovering well! For does of us later in the month... It's almost time!! I know I can't wait. I'm on day 6 of my pre op diet. Everyday it gets a little easier and everyday it gets a little closer to surgery date!! Once again best of luck to all of us ✌️

I just joined these forums, and thought I'd pop in here. My surgery is this Wednesday, the 16th. I'm so excited!
I've been doing the pre-op diet since the 2nd, so it'll be two weeks when I have surgery. Mine consists of unlimited Protein shakes, and other sources of Protein such as turkey, chicken (skinless, no sauce), egg whites, tuna, etc. and the standard broth, Crystal light, and other low-calorie liquids.
I go back to work full time on the 23rd, a week after surgery. I'm a teacher, so I was so glad to be able to have the surgery during the summer.
I'm getting nervous about everything, but I'm so excited to change my life!

Why are you trying to bend over and touch the ground????? Stop it
I was banded last Tuesday so I am 4 days out. I have not switched back to my regular shakes yet because I thought they were a little to thick and scared me. I've been drinking Isopure carb free drinks and spread it throughout the day. Isopure also has a thinner shake and I split the serving into two and just do 6.oz at a time. I've been getting meeting my Protein goals each day with ease!!

I cheated ....a lot on my preop diet and I felt the same as you probably do right now. I was so nervous that my surgeon would know or ask. ...or that I would wake up from surgery and have nothing done because I had messed up the preop. None of that happened...he didn't ask...and there were not any problems. at this point I would stick to the diet 100% and follow your surgeons recommendations to the t!! I'm not saying it's ok that you/I cheated but don't worry yourself too much. The great news is despite all of my preop cheating.... I've done really good post op! I'm really hungry but more terrified of puking up the food that I shouldn't eat so this time I'm following the Dr's reccomendations 100%! Congrats on your upcoming surgery!!

Why are you trying to bend over and touch the ground????? Stop it
I was banded last Tuesday so I am 4 days out. I have not switched back to my regular shakes yet because I thought they were a little to thick and scared me. I've been drinking Isopure carb free drinks and spread it throughout the day. Isopure also has a thinner shake and I split the serving into two and just do 6.oz at a time. I've been getting meeting my Protein goals each day with ease!!

More of the same here. I followed the pre-op diet which I couldn't hardly stomach with very little variance because the surgeon insisted on it. My husband who was banded same day as me cheated a lot. Not on chips and stuff but food he still wasn't allowed. I was bothered because I was afraid he would be refused surgery as the surgeon was clear about shrinking the liver.
When we went in for the surgery they weighed us and we never heard a word about it. Regardless, bad idea to not follow doctors directions but stuff happens. Get yourself straightened out and do better. I personally would not mention it unless you have been cheating really bad with forbidden foods.
I am 22 days post op and the food choices do get much better. Hang in there. You can do it. I know you can because so many of us did and we all are suffering with eating problems.
Wishing you success!
Colleen

I cheated ....a lot on my preop diet and I felt the same as you probably do right now. I was so nervous that my surgeon would know or ask. ...or that I would wake up from surgery and have nothing done because I had messed up the preop. None of that happened...he didn't ask...and there were not any problems. at this point I would stick to the diet 100% and follow your surgeons recommendations to the t!! I'm not saying it's ok that you/I cheated but don't worry yourself too much. The great news is despite all of my preop cheating.... I've done really good post op! I'm really hungry but more terrified of puking up the food that I shouldn't eat so this time I'm following the Dr's reccomendations 100%! Congrats on your upcoming surgery!!

Why are you trying to bend over and touch the ground????? Stop it
I was banded last Tuesday so I am 4 days out. I have not switched back to my regular shakes yet because I thought they were a little to thick and scared me. I've been drinking Isopure carb free drinks and spread it throughout the day. Isopure also has a thinner shake and I split the serving into two and just do 6.oz at a time. I've been getting meeting my Protein goals each day with ease!!

Well went for pre-op appt today and have the all clear for surgery! I might have to move my date though because the Dr is changing the surgery center he does procedures at. I'm hoping it doesn't change or at least not by much. Spoke with nutritionist and got some really helpful info on cutting sugar cravings with cinnamon extract. Sugar is a real challenge for me. Love the team they have there and there's a monthly support group that meets up at the office. Now I just gotta get my final time to show up! hope all are doing well!

Very excited for you and it will all be worth it in the end! I had my surgery on tuesday and I'm feeling pretty great today...still hungry though. Get up and move around as soon as you can and it will help.speed things up! Good luck!!

On my 1 day clear liquid diet in preparation for the surgery tomorrow. Hospital just called to confirm. I'm so nervous and pensive and feeling like i'm on the precipice of something amazing!!
We're renting a recliner so I can sleep at night - cause if i sleep in my own bed my 3 year old will CERTAINLY jump on my stomach at night. And we just can't have it.
But seriously??? I'M. SO. HUNGRY. I. CAN'T. THINK. STRAIGHT. All this clear liquid is NOT cutting it. GOSH.

Well I made it through. I am in a little pain and a little gas but I keep moving.I am having problems getting in all my Protein but getting most of it. So far I actually don't feel too bad.